Factors Considered in Making a Decision on a Firm's Dividend

question 127

Multiple Choice

Factors considered in making a decision on a firm's dividend include the
I. cash position of the firm.
II. firm's growth prospects.
III. the expectations of the shareholders.
IV. minimum dividends required by law.

• A) II and IV only
• B) I, II and IV only
• C) I, II and III only
• D) I, II, III and IV

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Definitions:

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Role Playing

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Philip Zimbardo

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